Pinarc Disability Support 1800-746-272

27/07/2026

Every student's journey to high school looks different and some children benefit from a little more support to ease the transition.

In our Transition to High School group our experienced Occupational Therapists guide students through the process and help teach them the skills they need to navigate this new experience.

For further in formation please visit our website, which has links to an expression of interest form and an information flyer: https://www.pinarc.org.au/latest-news-and-updates/



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22/07/2026

Our friends at ENVISAGE have several on-line workshops starting from 29 July that are now open for registration.

ENVISAGE Families is a free peer program that supports parents and caregivers raising children aged 0-8 with developmental concerns, disabilities, or who are neurodiverse.

Created in collaboration with parents, service providers, and researchers, the program is designed to empower you to feel confident and supported in making the best choices for your family.

You don’t need a diagnosis or NDIS plan to join. It is fully funded therefore no cost you.

HOW IT WORKS:
📅 5 x Weekly Interactive Workshops (90 mins per week)
💻 Online and In-Person Delivery Options
👩🏻‍💼 Delivered by trained health professional together with a parent with lived experience
🕒 Daytime & Evening Sessions Available

HOW TO REGISTER:
Visit http://envisage.community/workshop/ or contact our team who can walk through the registration process:
☎️ (07) 3861 6079
📧 [email protected]

Envisage Families .community

21/07/2026

This term our Sensory Stories Group at Pennyweight are enjoying a multi-sensory re-telling of “A Very Hungry Caterpillar”.

This wonderful story gives us the opportunity to interpret it using different mediums to engage and stimulate interest with our customers. One highlight for our customers was the fun way the brightly coloured parachute was used to imitate the butterfly wings at the end of the story. We were especially thrilled when one of our customers, Tania, connected with the story using her eye-gaze device.

This program continues to demonstrate the awesome collaboration between our therapy team and our support team, who together bring these captivating stories to life.



Image description: Three photos featuring Pinarc customers and support workers enjoying a Sensory Stories session together.

20/07/2026

Winter coughs, colds and seasonal bugs are doing the rounds at the moment, and we want everyone in our community to stay as healthy and well as possible.

If you are feeling unwell, it can be difficult to get the most out of your therapy appointment or group program.

If you have a cold, cough or any other contagious illness, the kindest thing you can do for yourself and others is to stay home, rest and recover. This helps you feel your best for your next session and also helps protect vulnerable members of our community.

If you are unwell, please give us a call so we can reschedule your session. There is no cancellation fee for therapy sessions cancelled with at least 2 working days’ notice. Group program cancellations are managed in line with NDIS guidelines.

Thank you for helping us keep our community safe, healthy and cared for.

17/07/2026

Every student's journey to high school looks different and some children benefit from a little more support to ease the transition.

In our Transition to High School group our experienced Occupational Therapists guide students through the process and help teach them the skills they need to navigate this new experience.

For further in formation please visit our website, which has links to an expression of interest form and an information flyer: https://www.pinarc.org.au/latest-news-and-updates/



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16/07/2026

We first welcomed Liv to Pinarc in 2024 when she completed her final speech pathology student placement with us. We now warmly welcome her back to our Ballarat team.

Liv is passionate about working with children and adolescents on their communication needs, including AAC, speech, language and social communication goals. She has worked in various roles within the disability sector for over four years – as a Support Worker, Allied Health Assistant and now a Speech Pathologist.

Liv is excited to be a part of the supportive and knowledgeable Pinarc team, where her professional interests are encouraged and developed.

15/07/2026

All parent/guardian carers are welcome to join us on Sunday, 9 August from 12 noon for a free carer event. It includes lunch at Town & Country Pizza & Pasta and a viewing of the feel-good comedy-drama Holy Days at Showbiz Cinemas Delacombe! The movie stars Judy Davis, Miriam Margolyes and Jacki Weaver and is about three nuns trying to save their convent who, with the company of a young boy, embark on an adventurous road trip.

Respite care for children and adults with disability is available at Pinarc Golden Point. Call us for more details.

Places are limited, registration closes 12pm Friday 7 August or earlier if booked out!

Call us on 1800 746 272 to register.

Support for Carers is funded by Victoria State Government

14/07/2026

Innovation in action! Occupational Therapist Mark has set up eye-gaze technology so his customer can control an Xbox and enjoy gaming, helping turn their goal into reality. In this video, OT Zara gives it a try alongside Mark. 🎮👀

We currently have no waitlist to paediatric occupational therapy, please visit our website to access our easy referral form.

13/07/2026

July is Disability Pride Month

You may ask 'what is disability pride month'? Disability Pride Month is celebrated every July. It commemorates the passing of the 'Americans with Disabilities Act' in July 1990 which made discrimination against people with disabilities illegal in the USA. It serves as an impetus to honour the culture, history, identities, and contributions of people with disabilities across the world.

The occasion is recognised by the Disability Pride Flag, which features diagonal coloured stripes on a faded charcoal background.

Each colour represents a different aspect of disability:
❤️Red: Physical disabilities
💛 Yellow: Neurodiversity and developmental disabilities
🤍White: Non-visible and undiagnosed disabilities
💙Blue: Psychosocial disabilities
💚Green: Sensory disabilities
🩶Charcoal background: Symbolises mourning and remembrance



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13/07/2026

We currently have no wait list for paediatric OT (0-9 years) at our Ballarat clinic!

Our growing Occupational Therapy team in Ballarat can support you and your child reach your goals, please visit our easy self-referral form on our website https://www.pinarc.org.au/services/overview-of-services/



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Pinarc Disability Support is a registered NDIS provider that offers disability support. We offer therapy services across the Ballarat & Melton regions.